Get ready for an adventure-packed day in Iceland! Experience the heat of geothermal energy, the force of tectonic movements, and the power of roaring waterfalls. Then, enjoy an exhilarating snowmobile ride across a glacier before ending your day with the mesmerizing Northern Lights show.
Don't miss out on this top excursion that brings together the best sights and experiences into one epic day!
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Your ultimate adventure begins with exploring Iceland's most famous tourist route, the Golden Circle. Along this iconic path, we’ll discover three main wonders: Thingvellir National Park, the Geysir Geothermal Area, and Gullfoss Waterfall.
Our journey will then continue to Iceland’s second-largest glacier, where we’ll embark on an unforgettable snowmobile ride through the shimmering ice field.
We will finish our exciting expedition with the Northern Lights hunt in the beautiful rural area. Prepare for stunning photos beneath the magical Aurora!
The entire tour is expected to last approximately 16 hours. We'll pick you up from your selected location in Reykjavík and drop you off at the same spot or another one of your choice after the tour.
The iconic Golden Circle is a perfect start to our Icelandic adventure! This 190-mile (300-kilometer) circular route takes you to the three top attractions in Iceland:
The first stop is Thingvellir National Park (Þingvellir in Icelandic). You will find yourself standing in the exact location where the first Icelandic parliament gathered a thousand years ago. But that's not all. The park is also the only place on Earth where you can witness the boundary between two continents on land and walk in the valley between the two tectonic plates!
The next stop is the Geysir hot spring area. It nests in Haukadalur valley, which is famous for its geothermal activity. Witness the Great Geysir, one of the oldest geysers in Iceland, and see the country’s most active geyser Strokkur, erupting to a height of around 131 feet (40 m) into the air every 7-10 minutes!
The final stop is the magnificent Gullfoss waterfall. What makes it one of the most unique in Iceland? It's actually two waterfalls in one! The upper cascade drops 36 feet (11 m) before plunging sharply into a lower cascade of 69 feet (21 m). The meltwater flowing through the falls comes directly from the Langjökull glacier, which happens to be our next destination.
Note: There will be enough time to rest and enjoy lunch and snacks after the Golden Circle excursion. Remember to bring your own meals, as lunch is not included in the tour. You can also purchase food on-site.
Our snowmobiling adventure starts at the base camp beside the Langjökull glacier. You will receive everything you need for this experience: warm overalls, gloves, and helmets. Our professional guides will show you how to operate the snowmobile safely, and the journey will begin!
Enjoy a whole hour of riding through the magnificent landscapes of Iceland’s second-biggest glacier and create unforgettable memories!
After an exciting and adventurous day, it’s time to relax and explore the magic of Icelandic nights. Following our exhilarating snowmobile drive, we’ll return to Reykjavik for a quick meal. Then, we’ll journey to a remote spot away from city lights to start our Aurora hunt.
We’ll travel by minibus, which allows us to access offbeat locations that are inaccessible to larger buses. Once we reach our destination, the guide will take pictures of you under the Northern Lights, preserving this unforgettable moment.
Note: The destination is flexible as it depends on the weather forecast for the specific day. Our experienced guides are specially trained to track the most promising places to witness the Northern Lights.
Snowmobiling Activity
Remember, you must have a valid driver’s license to ride a snowmobile.
If you don’t have a valid driver’s license, you can book an extra guide to drive for you for an additional 60,000 ISK.
The snowmobiling tour is priced for two people sharing one vehicle.
If you prefer to ride solo, you can upgrade to your own snowmobile for an additional 10,000 ISK per person.
Northern Lights
As the success of the Northern Lights tour is heavily dependent on weather conditions, we can’t guarantee that the Aurora Borealis will be visible on our trip. In this case, we offer you a free-of-charge Northern Lights trip retry valid for 3 years. Please contact us to re-book.
Safety Disclaimer
Arctic Adventures would like to remind everyone that it does not hold responsibility for any accidents that may occur due to the actions of its customers. Before joining any adventure, participants are required to sign a waiver acknowledging the natural risks involved in outdoor activities and stating that they realize that all such activities carry an inherit risk.
The operator reserves the right to adjust the tour based on weather, road, and glacier conditions—but fear not—your safety is their top priority! Your epic journey is in good hands!
